As of May, 2024, a 1906 Penny, RD in uncirculated specimen can be valued between $225.00 and $15,000.00, depending on its grade and strike quality.

Looking back at auction records, the highest price was achieved by a Mint State grade that was hammered at $14,950.00 in the 07/01/2008 by renowned auctioneer Heritage Auctions, showcasing the allure of top-tier rarities.

Designer: James Barton Longacre
Edge: Plain
Diameter: 19.00 millimeters
Weight: 3.11 grams
Mintage: 1,725
Mint: Philadelphia
Metal: 95% Copper, 5% Tin and Zinc
Series: Indian Cents 1859-1909

1906 Penny, Rd (Proof) – Price Chart

If you are aware of your coin’s grade, refer to the following chart to determine its value:

GradePrice($)
MS-6715,000.00
MS-66+6,250.00
MS-662,750.00
MS-65+1,750.00
MS-651,450.00
MS-64+850.00
MS-64700.00
MS-63+435.00
MS-63400.00
MS-62+325.00
MS-62300.00
MS-61250.00
MS-60225.00

If you are unsure of the grade, you can assess it based on the coin’s condition. More detailed information here.

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
Mint State225.0015,000.002,360.38

Please note that the estimated values are derived from the latest data in the PCGS Price Guide and are not guaranteed to be 100% accurate. We strongly recommend reviewing actual auction records, which can be filtered by grade. For further insights, refer to our analysis report, which is based on these data.

Also, there are multiple versions of the 1906 Indian Cent. We recommend checking the values of these coins as well to ensure a comprehensive assessment.

Coin NameMin Circulated Price($)Max Circulated Price($)Min Uncirculated Price($)Max Uncirculated Price($)
1906 Penny, BN (Regular Strike)2.0038.0040.00450.00
1906 Penny, BN (Proof)N/AN/A125.001,300.00
1906 Penny, CAM (Proof)N/AN/A235.0028,500.00
1906 Penny, RB (Proof)N/AN/A160.003,250.00
1906 Penny, RB (Regular Strike)N/AN/A50.00875.00
1906 Penny, RD (Regular Strike)N/AN/A70.0024,000.00

Coins listed have various mint marks and designations indicating where they were minted and if they are special strikes. To learn more about what the different mint marks and designations mean, please refer to our Mint Mark Chart and Coin Designation Reference Chart.

1906 Penny, Rd (Proof) – Auction Chart & Report

This tool is very user-friendly. Simply select the coin grade, and our system will provide detailed information including:

  • Lowest Sale Price
  • Highest Sale Price
  • Average Sale Price
  • Most Recent Sale Price
  • Number of Sales
  • Sales Volume

You can also select different time periods for your query: 1 month, 6 months, 1 year, 3 years, or All time, with the default set to All time.

Grade:
1m 6m 1y 3y All

$633.00

Lowest Sale Price
$2,291.25

Highest Sale Price
$1,087.89

Average Sale Price
$2,291.25

Most Recent Sale Price
25

Number of Sales
$27,197.25

Sales Volume

Grade Impact Analysis

GradeLowest Price($)Highest Price($)Average Price($)
MS-677,187.0014,950.0010,637.33
MS-66+5,040.006,462.505,751.25
MS-661,208.005,750.002,012.11
MS-65+1,292.501,292.501,292.50
MS-65633.002,291.251,087.89
MS-64322.002,415.00537.56
MS-63176.00690.00317.25
MS-6280.00276.00212.00

The chart shows the min and max prices for the 1906 Penny, RD (Proof) coin across various grades from MS-62 to MS-67. The prices generally increase as the grade improves, with MS-67 having the highest max price $14,950.00.

Within each grade, there is also variability in prices, likely due to factors like specific coin characteristics or market conditions at time of sale. Overall, the chart illustrates how coin grade is a key driver of value for this particular 1906 Penny, RD (Proof).

Auction House Comparison

The pie chart breaks down the market share of various auction houses for selling the 1906 Penny, RD (Proof) coin. Heritage Auctions dominates with 71.25% share, followed by Goldberg Auctioneers / Bowers & Merena with 8.75% / 5.00% appearances respectively..

Price Trend Over Time

The graph presents a detailed analysis of the average annual auction sale price and frequency for the 1906 Penny, RD (Proof) coin over the years. This visual representation traces the coin's value fluctuations, illustrating periods of increase, decrease, or stability in its average auction price.

Such a historical view is indispensable for collectors, investors, or researchers who are keen on comprehending the market dynamics and the coin's value trend over an extended period.

Raw Auction Records

Here are the lasted auction records from the auction history of the past years. You can filter these records by coin grade.

GradeGrade SourceSellerPrice($)Sold Date
MS-65PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions2,291.2512/07/2023
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions372.0004/19/2023
MS-62PCGSHeritage Auctions240.0011/23/2022
MS-62PCGSHeritage Auctions252.0007/13/2022
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,020.0005/23/2022
MS-64PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers540.0002/15/2022
MS-64PCGSStack's Bowers660.0010/27/2021
MS-62PCGSHeritage Auctions276.0010/04/2021
MS-66+PCGSHeritage Auctions5,040.0010/18/2020
MS-65PCGSLegend Rare Coin Auctions1,233.7510/24/2019
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,800.0006/17/2018
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions456.0001/16/2018
MS-65+PCGSStack's Bowers1,292.5003/29/2017
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions822.5003/28/2017
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions998.7506/08/2016
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions763.7501/06/2016
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions493.5001/18/2015
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions763.7501/07/2015
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions381.8810/08/2014
MS-66+PCGSHeritage Auctions6,462.5002/27/2014
MS-65PCGSGreat Collections880.0012/30/2012
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions2,233.0010/18/2012
MS-66PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers1,438.0005/31/2012
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions2,070.0001/03/2012
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions489.0004/27/2011
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,495.0010/27/2010
MS-65PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers776.0006/02/2010
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions176.0004/28/2010
MS-64NGCBowers & Merena403.0002/15/2010
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions690.0002/03/2010
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions460.0010/22/2009
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,955.0009/11/2009
MS-65PCGSDavid Lawrence RC1,035.0007/27/2009
MS-64PCGSBowers & Merena633.0003/01/2009
MS-66NGCDavid Lawrence RC2,185.0009/04/2008
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions14,950.0007/01/2008
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions5,750.0005/28/2008
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions431.0001/09/2008
MS-66NGCStack's1,725.0001/07/2008
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions374.0006/05/2007
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions403.0005/09/2007
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions322.0004/02/2007
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,380.0011/29/2006
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions374.0008/22/2006
MS-65PCGSDavid Lawrence RC989.0005/22/2006
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions403.0011/07/2005
MS-65PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers633.0009/21/2005
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions1,208.0009/01/2005
MS-63PCGSHeritage Auctions219.0003/28/2005
MS-63ANACSHeritage Auctions184.0011/08/2004
MS-66PCGSAmerican Numismatic Rarities1,840.0010/11/2004
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions414.0006/07/2004
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,553.0005/05/2004
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions2,070.0003/25/2004
MS-67PCGSHeritage Auctions9,775.0001/07/2004
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,035.0001/07/2004
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions431.0001/07/2004
MS-66PCGSAmerican Numismatic Rarities1,438.0001/05/2004
MS-66PCGSSuperior Galleries2,760.0007/27/2003
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions863.0007/26/2003
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions920.0005/01/2003
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,208.0005/01/2003
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,035.0005/01/2003
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions2,300.0001/08/2003
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,006.0001/08/2003
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions700.0009/01/2002
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions391.0009/01/2002
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions345.0007/27/2002
MS-66PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers1,380.0006/02/2002
MS-66NGCHeritage Auctions1,323.0006/01/2002
MS-65PCGSBowers & Merena1,093.0003/21/2002
MS-65NGCHeritage Auctions748.0001/09/2002
MS-66PCGSBowers & Merena1,380.0001/08/2002
MS-64PCGSHeritage Auctions350.0008/01/2001
MS-65PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers1,035.0005/28/2001
MS-65PCGSHeritage Auctions1,495.0004/05/2001
MS-67PCGSGoldberg Auctioneers7,187.0002/16/2001
MS-66PCGSHeritage Auctions1,610.0001/04/2001
MS-62PCIHeritage Auctions80.0005/11/2000
MS-64NGCHeritage Auctions2,415.0003/19/1998